anoint
//əˈnɔɪnt//
Verb
anointInfinitive
anointPresent tense
anointedPast tense
anointedPast participle
anointingPresent participle
anointsThird-person singular
1
To apply oil or another substance to someone's body, especially as part of a religious ceremony.
The priest anointed the baby's forehead with holy oil during the baptism.
2
To ceremonially designate or choose someone for a position of authority or honor.
The board anointed her as the new CEO of the company.
3
To smear or rub with oil or an oily substance.
She anointed her skin with coconut oil after the shower.